Author Archives: Decorating Elves

20 Oct

Outdoor Christmas Lights: Spreading Holiday Cheer and Hope After Floods and Storms

The recent floods and storms have left many Tampa Bay residents facing difficult challenges. However, as the holiday season approaches, there’s an opportunity to bring back some joy and hope despite these hardships. At Decorating Elves, we believe that the spirit of the season can be restored, in part, with the simple act of illuminating our homes and streets with beautiful outdoor Christmas lights. Holiday lighting has a way of uplifting spirits and spreading positivity in times like these, when it’s needed most. Read More →

15 Oct

Celebrate Christmas with Joyful Lights Despite Recent Natural Disasters

The recent hurricanes have brought damage and despair to Tampa Bay’s beautiful shores. To make matters worse, these storms came at the beginning of what’s meant to be a festive and happy season. While we can’t do anything about the havoc already caused, we can pick ourselves up and keep moving forward. It’s important during times like these to keep spirits up and hopes alive, and one simple yet effective way to do so is to light up the Bay with cheerful holiday lighting. Read More →

27 Sep

Spooky LED Outdoor Lighting Ideas for Halloween

Spooky season is coming in fast, so now is the time to start preparing those ghoulish and ghastly outdoor decorations! From witches and goblins to pumpkins and skeletons, the only limit to your Halloween decorating options is your own imagination. Delight the neighborhood trick-or-treaters with a well-designed outdoor lighting scene using high-quality, energy-efficient LED outdoor lighting, designed by Tampa Bay’s best outdoor lighting contractor, Decorating Elves. In this post, we’ll share some of our favorite outdoor LED Halloween decorating ideas to make your yard the talk of the neighborhood this year! Read More →

15 Sep

A Guide to Choosing the Right Permanent Lighting for Your Home

You can’t deny the jaw-dropping effect that well-done outdoor lighting can create, improving the appearance of your home, adding functionality to your outdoor spaces, and enhancing your property’s security. At Decorating Elves, we specialize in designing and installing awe-inspiring outdoor lighting systems that elevate your home to dream home status. In this post, we’ll discuss how to choose a permanent outdoor lighting setup that is perfect for your specific needs. Read More →

31 Aug

Outdoor Lighting Ideas to Prepare for the Holiday Season

The holiday season is a magical time of year, and one of the best ways to spread festive cheer is through a beautiful outdoor holiday lighting display. From a few simple candy canes to an extravagant winter wonderland, Decorating Elves knows how to give you the holiday display you’ve been dreaming of. As the holiday season quickly approaches, now is the time to start planning your holiday lighting display. In this post, we’ll list some of our favorite outdoor lighting ideas to usher in the festivities. Read More →

20 Aug

Holiday Lighting Rules for HOAs

The end of summer is looming and the holidays are right around the corner, so it’s a perfect time to remind residents about HOA (Homeowners Association) rules surrounding outdoor holiday lighting. Holiday lighting rules should be included in official HOA documentation and handbooks and distributed to homeowners upon moving in. Additionally, HOAs should remind homeowners each year of the rules, preferably around August, as many people start planning their holiday lighting displays well in advance. With proper communication, HOAs can ensure that all homeowners they govern understand and abide by the rules, making the holiday fun for all without detracting from the aesthetic of the neighborhood. Read More →

20 Jul

Top Lighting Ideas to Spruce up Your Deck

Your deck is a natural extension of your home and living space…it’s a space where you can relax, entertain, and enjoy our beautiful Gulf coast weather. To make the most of this outdoor haven, proper deck lighting is a must. Not only does it enhance the style of your deck, but it also improves safety and functionality. Here are some top lighting ideas to spruce up your deck and make it the neighborhood hangout spot: Read More →

13 Jul

6 Stylish Hardscaping Light Ideas

Enhancing your outdoor spaces with stylish hardscaping lighting can transform your property into a magical oasis. Whether you want to create a welcoming pathway, highlight your garden’s beauty, or make your deck the perfect hangout spot, the right lighting makes all the difference. Let’s dive into six hardscaping light ideas that will elevate your style and add value to your Tampa Bay property. Read More →

20 Jun

4 Ways Outdoor Lighting Benefits Your Home

Look almost anywhere here in Tampa Bay and you’ll notice outdoor lighting. Property owners all over Tampa and the surrounding cities love the aesthetic appeal that outdoor lighting brings to their homes and businesses…but are good looks all that outdoor lighting has to offer? Definitely not! There are many more benefits to outdoor lighting than just a pretty face! In this post, we’ll go over four of the top benefits of adding outdoor lighting to your home beyond just curb appeal. Read More →

14 Jun

Enhancing Safety and Ambiance Outdoors with Step Lighting

Outdoor entertaining is a must here in sunny Tampa Bay, especially now that the days are longer and the temps are warmer. There’s nothing quite like coming together with friends and family on an outdoor patio, deck, or porch, spending valuable quality time with the ones you love most. But once the sun goes down, that inviting outdoor entertainment space can turn into a dangerous nightmare, especially for people who cannot see well or have other disabilities. Steps are of particular concern, as they can be treacherous to navigate in full daylight for certain people. However, strategically placed outdoor step lighting can help solve this problem by illuminating steps so they are easily seen and traversed without fear of falling while also bringing a hint of style to the nighttime landscape. Read More →